Loader/Excavator Operator 1
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Job overview
Kiewit is hiring a Loader/Excavator Operator 1. The Loader/Excavator Operator 1 operates various power construction equipment to excavate, move, and grade materials. This role involves performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way, loading and spreading materials, and constructing ditches. The operator is also responsible for inspecting equipment and may instruct other employees on safe operation and job techniques.
Key focus areas include Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces, Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel, and Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
Important skills include Working Knowledge Skills And Abilities, Understand, Follow And Transmit Written And Oral Instructions, Communicate Effectively With Management/Supervision, Use Hand Tools, Use Power Tools, and Use Layout Tools. Preferred (not required): Operate Power Construction Equipment, Operate Heavy Equipment, Perform Maintenance And Repairs, and Load Gravel, Dirt And Sand.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Requisition ID: 185928
Position Summary
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.
Experience Level
Intermediate
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
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Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
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Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
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Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
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Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
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May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills
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Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Qualifications
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May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
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Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
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Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
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Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.
Requirements
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Able to meet all physical requirements.
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Must have all required tools
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Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
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Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
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Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
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Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination, and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
Company: Kiewit_Craft
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